
'Unshapely Things' in the 'Connor Grey' series by Mark Del Franco follows the story of Connor Grey, a former hero druid who has lost his powers and now lives in a world where the modern collides with fairies and elves. The plot centers around Grey being asked to help investigate a series of murders involving fairy prostitutes in his neighborhood. is described as a mix of urban fantasy and police procedural, with a detailed world-building that intertwines magic, fey lore, and human society. The writing style is noted for its detailed exposition in the beginning, leading to a slow start but eventually picking up with unexpected twists and engaging plot development.
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The book contains themes that may be triggering for readers, including discussions of murder, prejudice against marginalized groups, and darkness related to depression.
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In the alleys of the decrepit Boston neighborhood known as the Weird, fairy prostitutes are turning up dead. The crime scenes show signs of residual magic, but the Guild, which polices the fey, has more "important" crimes to investigate and dumps the case on human law enforcement.
Boston police call in Connor Grey, a druid and former hotshot Guild investigator-whose magical abilities were crippled after a run-in with a radical environmentalist elf. As Connor battles red tape and his own shortcomings, he realizes that the murders are not random, but part of an ancient magical ritual. And if Connor can't figure out the killer's M.O., the culmination of the spell might just bring about a worldwide cataclysm.
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About the Author:
Mark Del Franco lives with his partner, Jack, in Boston, Massachusetts, where the orchids tremble in fear since he killed Jack's palm plants.
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